NOT LISTED FOR SALE

225 E Cota St Unit 4 Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Lower East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,654,701 - $2,378,000

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,816 Sq Ft
$385/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold October 05, 2012

Last sale price $865,000 $476 Per Sq Ft

Est. 131% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,972/month

198 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • City View
  • Property is near public transit
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Plaza Vera Cruz

About This Home

As of October 2012

Downtown Living in a Work of Art. Enjoy all that SB has to offer within steps of this fabulous & unique condo. Located 2 blocks from State St. 1 block to Farmer’s Market & 6 blocks from SB beaches. Have fun living in this Jeff Shelton designed condo with whimsical details brought to life by local artisans. Over 1800 sq ft, several balconies & patios. Santa Barbara living at its best!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dianne Johnson

Village Properties - 1 License #00947199 Listed on: 01/19/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

John Thyne

Goodwin & Thyne Properties License #01356582

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,082

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $385 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Property Views

  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tri-Level Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,816 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Schools

  • Washington Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 031-152-029

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, trash, comm area maint, exterior maint
  • 8 Buildings
  • 8 Units
  • Cota Street Studios Community
  • 15 Or 20 Downtown Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,082

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$385 per month

Listing Details

  • Association Fee: 385
  • Directions: Turn off Garden onto Cota toward State St.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 220V Elect, Gas Hookup
  • ResoLotFeatures: Near Public Transit
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Gate:Elec, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Trash, Comm Area Maint, Exterior Maint
  • Subdivision Name: 15 or 20 - Downtown
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Spanish
  • Reso Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Excellent
  • Property Information Year Built2: 2005
  • Property Information Total #Units: 8
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Washington
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: Yes
  • Condition Excellent: Yes
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Interior Access: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Attached: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced ALL2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Appliances Included Dishwasher3: Yes
  • Security GateElec: Yes
  • Security Smoke Detector(s)2: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Tile3: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • Style:Contemporary2: Yes
  • Location Info Development Name: Cota Street Studios
  • Roof:Tile2: Yes
  • Laundry:_two_20V Elect2: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #12: Yes
  • Laundry Gas Hookup2: Yes
  • Appliances Included OvenBltin: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Wood2: Yes
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Style Spanish2: Yes
  • View City4: Yes
  • Construction Tri-Level2: Yes
  • Assessor's Data Assessor Year Built: 2005.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Oven/Bltin, Dishwasher
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Appliances Included:Tankless Water Heater: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountain(s), City
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fenced: ALL
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gar #1, Interior Access, Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: SB Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Washington
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 031-152-029
  • Zoning: CLA, C-2, R-1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2016
Sold by
Field
Bought by
Field Kathryn S
Current Estimated Value
$2,001,425

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 19, 2012
Closed on
Oct 1, 2012
Sold by
Rogers Peter G and Rogers Gretchen K
Bought by
Field Kathryn S
Seller's Agent
Dianne Johnson
Village Properties - 1
Buyer's Agent
John Thyne
Goodwin & Thyne Properties
List Price
$985,225
Sold Price
$865,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$120,225
-12.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.40%
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Outstanding Balance
$181,902
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,750,914

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2010
Sold by
Rogers Peter H and Rogers Gretchen K
Bought by
Rogers Peter H and Rogers Gretchen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2009
Sold by
Cota Street Studios Llc
Bought by
Rogers Peter H and Rogers Gretchen K
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Field Kathryn S -- None Available
Field Kathryn S $865,000 First American Title Company
Rogers Peter H -- Old Republic Title
Rogers Peter H $1,195,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Field Kathryn S $265,000
Previous Owner Rogers Peter H $700,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/05/2012 10/05/12 Sold $865,000 -12.2% $476 / Sq Ft
08/03/2012 08/03/12 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2012 01/18/12 For Sale $985,225 -- $543 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $11,082 $1,065,174 $449,465 $615,709
2023 $11,082 $1,023,813 $432,012 $591,801
2022 $10,693 $1,003,740 $423,542 $580,198
2021 $10,447 $984,060 $415,238 $568,822
2020 $10,340 $973,971 $410,981 $562,990
2019 $10,160 $954,874 $402,923 $551,951
2018 $10,016 $936,152 $395,023 $541,129
2017 $9,685 $917,797 $387,278 $530,519
2016 $9,494 $899,802 $379,685 $520,117
2015 $9,390 $886,287 $373,982 $512,305
2014 $9,237 $868,927 $366,657 $502,270
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dianne Johnson

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Dianne Johnson

    Village Properties - 1

    (805) 455-6570

    Dianne Johnson
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  • John Thyne

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    John Thyne

    Goodwin & Thyne Properties

    (805) 899-1100

    47 Total Sales

    John Thyne
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 12-222

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 031-510-004

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93101 Lower East

225 E Cota St Unit 4, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 225 E Cota St Unit 4, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 since 19 January 2012 and is currently estimated at $2,001,425, approximately $1,102 per square foot. This property was built in 2005. 225 E Cota St Unit 4 is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, Santa Barbara Junior High School, and Santa Barbara Senior High School.

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